bad ticking 90 535i

[gale]

Exhaust manifold leaks will do that too. Check the downtubes for leaks also.

[535ibimmer]

umm i do notice that my exhaust has this popping effect. when i put my hand in front of the exhaust i would feel the air sort of popping? like a put...put..put sort of effect.

[gale]

umm i do notice that my exhaust has this popping effect. when i put my hand in front of the exhaust i would feel the air sort of popping? like a put...put..put sort of effect.

If there aren't any leaks, with the engine running, cover the exhaust tips with the palms of your hands (use a rag, they get hot), and you should be able to stall the engine. If there is a leak, you'll hear a whooshing sound where ever the leak(s) are.

[jjdickm]

Does it sound like it missing? might want to check your timing and you secondary.